Through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (Jica), Japan has announced that it is promising to lend the Philippines JPY 1.3 trillion (~PHP 625 billion) as an aid to construct more railways in the country. Kiyo Kawabuchi, senior representative of Jica Philippines, stated that the agency already pledged loans of about JPY 400 billion (~PHP 192 billion) of official development assistance (ODA) for the railway projects. Once completed, these transport infrastructure projects will help realize the shared vision of Jica and the Philippines towards reduced traffic congestion, seamless mobility, and better quality of life of many Filipinos. Read more in our articles including "Japan to lend 1.3 trillion yen to build railways in the Philippines" and "LTO raises cybersecurity concerns over expiring LTMS contract".
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Mar 30, 2026Through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (Jica), Japan has announced that it is promising to lend the Philippines JPY 1.3 trillion (~PHP 625 billion) as an aid to construct more railways in the country. Kiyo Kawabuchi, senior representative of Jica Philippines, stated that the agency already pledged loans of about JPY 400 billion (~PHP 192 billion) of official development assistance (ODA) for the railway projects.
Once completed, these transport infrastructure projects will help realize the shared vision of Jica and the Philippines towards reduced traffic congestion, seamless mobility, and better quality of life of many Filipinos.
Our coverage of jica railways philippines includes: "Japan to lend 1.3 trillion yen to build railways in the Philippines"; "LTO raises cybersecurity concerns over expiring LTMS contract"; "DOTr’s MRT-3 50% fare discount now accessible via GCash". Each article provides unique insights and information.